July 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS)” This study found that skin changes such as pigmentary alterations, vascular and connective tissue changes are common during pregnancy, with areola/nipple darkening and striae gravidarum frequently observed.
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April 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” In this study, pigmentary changes were the most common skin changes observed in pregnant women, affecting over 90% of the participants.
September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” This article reviews various skin changes and conditions during pregnancy, noting that while many are normal, some can become pathologic, but it reports no new research findings.
May 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A pregnant woman's skin condition improved after giving birth, possibly due to high estrogen levels during pregnancy.
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July 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the classification and diagnosis of pregnancy-related skin conditions and reports no new clinical findings.